Michael Porter to Launch New U.S. Cluster Mapping Tool

A new cluster mapping tool has been created to provide detailed data on the presence of “clusters” – regional concentrations of related industries – and the profiles of regional economies throughout the United States. It also features a unique listing of initiatives, government agencies, and other entities engaged in cluster-based economic…

Rochester, Minn., WorkForce Center Opens

The new Rochester WorkForce Center recently held a grand opening celebration at its new location at Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC). Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Commissioner Katie Clark Sieben, RCTC President Leslie McClellon and other local leaders welcomed job seekers into the new location.
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German 3-D Manufacturer Selects Georgia

German manufacturer, citim AM, has announced plans to move to Kennesaw, opening a modern shop-floor with laser melting machinery for direct manufacturing of metal components. The company plans to be a leader in 3-D printing of metal manufacturing for prototypes in the U.S. market. The parts are…

Midland, Texas, Airport Receives Spaceport License

In a joint release today, the Midland International Airport, Midland Development Corporation, XCOR Aerospace and Orbital Outfitters announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval of a Commercial Space Launch Site License (Spaceport) for the Midland International Airport.

The airport is the first primary commercial service airport to be certified by…

Top 100 Most Livable Cities in America

Livability.com has just released its second-annual Top 100 Best Places to Live list, a ranking of the best small to mid-sized cities in the United States. This edition features a new city atop the list, Madison, Wis. Coming in second is Rochester, Minn., followed by Arlington, Va…